When it comes to blood sugar, we may be scared of high blood sugar, but it is easy to ignore the more dangerous low blood sugar
Hypoglycemia is a decrease in the level of glucose in the blood plasma, and the blood sugar level in non-diabetic** decreases to 28 mmol L (50 mg DL), reduced to 3 in diabetics9mmol/l（70mg/dl）。
Why is hypoglycemia more dangerous?High blood sugar
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HypoglycemiaHyperglycemia is chronic: the harm of hyperglycemia is long-term, gradual, and not life-threatening in the short term, and its harm is calculated in years.
Hypoglycemia is acute: if not treated in time, it will affect the body in a short period of time, if it is exceeded6 hoursBrain tissue damage that cannot be recovered from is unrecoverable, and if it takes longer, it can lead to death.
So be sure to pay attention to low blood sugar!
Let's start by looking at the symptoms of hypoglycemia["Trilogy" of hypoglycemic symptoms].Overture (when the performance is lighter):At this time, there may be palpitation, sweating, hand tremors, dizziness, hunger, irritability, general weakness and other manifestations. If this is not done in time, the blood sugar will continue to drop, and it will enter the march. March (when the performance is heavier):At this time, there may be various manifestations of mental changes, such as talking too much, answering questions that are not answered, abnormal excitement, hallucinations, confusion, and daze. At this time, it is easy to be mistaken for mental illness and delayed**. Finale (very heavy):At this point, they will lose consciousness completely, convuls, coma, and eventually lead to a vegetative state or even death. Visible,Hypoglycemia is more terrible than hyperglycemia
That's when hypoglycemia happens.
What should I do?
First aid steps for hypoglycemia.
Rest in time, replenish an appropriate amount of sugar, and when hypoglycemia occurs, you should immediately stop the work at hand and sit down or lie down to rest. For mild symptoms, 15 grams of sugar or 2-5 glucose tablets, or 150-200 ml of fresh fruit juice and other sugar-sweetened beverages are consumed.
After 15 minutes, re-test blood sugar, 15 minutes after eating, self-measure blood sugar with a blood glucose meter until the blood glucose data returns to normal.
If symptoms do not resolve, consult a doctor if the blood sugar level is still below 39mmol l, to repeat the first step and hit ** to seek help from a doctor.
Note:If the patient's symptoms are severe and a coma has occurredDon't eat againAny food that is otherwise at risk of choking. At this point, it shouldLie on your sideEnsure that the airway is clear, andCall the emergency services**
If the patient feels lethargic or unresponsive, they should also call emergency services** and be accompanied by family members until emergency personnel arrive.
Of course, in addition to memorizing first aid knowledge, daily maintenance is also particularly important. Hypoglycemic daily caredaily care1.Eat regularly, eat small and frequent meals, and have a balanced diet;
2.Remember to bring sweets and snacks when you go out;
3.Avoid prolonged exercise;
4.Monitor your blood sugar regularly and keep an eye on changes in your blood sugar.